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DBW 602K

1971 Land Rover 88

Blue Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,390 mi
Last recorded36,390 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2018
Typical for 1971 Land Rover 8855,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBW 602K
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2018 36,390 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

spring shackles worn

Pass 16 Jan 2017 36,023 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 35,518 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 35,470 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Lower Steering retaining device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

scraping noise coming from the nearside rear brake when inspected on the ramp

Pass 4 Aug 2011 35,423 miles

the rear section of exhaust is wired up, holding secure

Pass 27 Jul 2010 35,240 miles

clutch slave cylinder bolt missing

engine oil leak from oil switch area advise customer to keep under observation

rear tailpipe metal bracket corroding,exhaust still secure when inspected

slight noise from the offside front wheel bearing,no play felt when inspected

Pass 24 Jul 2009 34,967 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 34,941 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Brake pedal fouling on other parts of the vehicle (3.3.A.4) DANGEROUS

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the Land Rover 88?

Based on 159,893 MOT tests across 17,464 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
519
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
17,464
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 11,810
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,518
Stop lamp not working 6,823
position lamp(s) not working 5,297
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 4,631
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DBW 602K is a 1971 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1971 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 55,950 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover 88 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 11,810 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DBW 602K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 88 typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 55 years old, this Land Rover 88 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DBW 602K registered?

DBW 602K is a 1971 Land Rover 88, first registered on 22 October 1971.

Is DBW 602K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBW 602K shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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